From: Detroit Free Press on Tue, May 31 2011 2:12 AM

Harold Becker is among an elite group of Americans. The 93-year-old is the son of a Civil War veteran. Hear from Becker in his own words what he remembers learning from his dad. / Andre Jackson / Detroit Free Press 5/30/2011

From: Detroit Free Press on Fri, May 27 2011 8:09 PM

'Incendies,' Canada’s entry for the best foreign film Oscar, follows two twins as they venture to the Middle East in order to fulfill their mother's last wish.

From: Detroit Free Press on Fri, May 27 2011 8:08 PM

290 pound Detroit Lions defensive tackle Andre Fluellen takes Kung Fu class at Detroit Kung Fu Academy to improve his football skills. JULIAN H. GONZALEZ/Detroit Free Press 5/27/2011

From: Detroit Free Press on Thu, May 26 2011 6:02 PM

Where the Wolf Pack goes (this time to Thailand), trouble follows. Oh, and Mike Tyson, too.

From: Detroit Free Press on Thu, May 26 2011 6:00 PM

Metro Detroit’s record rainfall has left standing water in area roadways. Mechanics are warning drivers to avoid flooded streets because of the damage the water can cause. / MIKE BROOKBANK / Detroit Free Press 5/26/2011

From: Detroit Free Press on Wed, May 25 2011 4:23 PM

Casey Nolen reports.

From: Detroit Free Press on Wed, May 25 2011 4:23 PM

A Battle Creek man stubled upon two fawns and their mother in Leila Arboretum. The mother ran off, but the kids showed a little courage. (Andy Fitzpatrick/The Battle Creek Enquirer)

From: Detroit Free Press on Sat, May 21 2011 6:12 AM

Dog owners at a new dog park in Canton react to the claims Saturday, May 21 is Judgment Day. Will the end of time bode well for man’s best friend? / MIKE BROOKBANK / Detroit Free Press 5/20/2011

From: Detroit Free Press on Sat, May 21 2011 6:12 AM

He was one of professional wrestling’s most colorful characters, but just before 10:00 a.m., Randy "Macho Man" Savage was killed in an accident at the age of 58.

From: Detroit Free Press on Thu, May 19 2011 11:55 PM

A workaholic executive and husband (Mel Gibson) adopts a beaver hand-puppet as his only way to communicate with the outside world.

From: Detroit Free Press on Thu, May 19 2011 11:55 PM

Johnny Depp returns as Captain Jack Sparrow, who crosses paths with the fierce pirate Blackbeard and a woman from his past.

From: Detroit Free Press on Wed, May 18 2011 6:11 PM

Woman puts child up on ebay

From: Detroit Free Press on Wed, May 18 2011 6:11 PM

A quick hit of some of the top stories that we’re following happening today. Be sure to follow developments on these stories as well as breaking news on the homepage of Michigan's largest newsroom freep.com / MIKE BROOKBANK / Detroit Free Press

From: Detroit Free Press on Tue, May 17 2011 3:52 PM

Death to America Inc. is looking for a new CEO. MIKE THOMPSON/Detroit Free Press

From: Detroit Free Press on Tue, May 17 2011 3:52 PM

Death to America Inc. is looking for a new CEO. MIKE THOMPSON/Detroit Free Press

From: Detroit Free Press on Sat, May 14 2011 7:11 AM

When an alcoholic (Will Ferrell) relapses, culminating in the loss of his wife and his job, he decides to sell all his possessions in a yard sale and start over. And his new neighbor could be the key to reinventing himself.

From: Detroit Free Press on Sat, May 14 2011 7:11 AM

When a Midwestern girl (Kristen Wiig) is asked to be her best friend’s maid of honor, she has trouble pleasing the snobby bridesmaids and battles it out to plan their friend's wedding party.

From: Detroit Free Press on Sat, May 14 2011 7:11 AM

In a post-apocalyptic alternate world ravaged for centuries by a war between man and vampires, the niece of the Warrior Priest is kidnapped by a murderous pack of vampires. Breaking his vow never to fight again, he sets out on a quest to save his niece.

From: Detroit Free Press on Sat, May 14 2011 7:11 AM

After losing his mom and moving in with his grandmother and father, T.J. (Devin Brochu) comes under the influence of a a greasy, long-haired pyromaniac named Hesher (Joseph Gordon-Levitt). A grocery store clerk (Natalie Portman) then becomes his protector and the object of his fantasies.

From: Detroit Free Press on Thu, May 12 2011 5:30 PM

Most golfers would jump for joy if they hit a 300 yard drive. This guy pokes his tee shot over 450 yards!